Key Takeaways:
– ‘Furiosa', starring Anya Taylor-Joy, scores a whopping 96% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes, setting a new record for the Mad Max franchise.
– This spectacular score signifies a huge win for director George Miller, proving his mastery over the action genre yet again.
– ‘Furiosa' provides a deep dive into the origins of the character originally portrayed by Charlize Theron in Fury Road.
– ‘Mad Max: Fury Road', although hailed for its critical acclaim, falls behind ‘Furiosa' in audience ratings.
– Box office predictions suggest that ‘Furiosa' is off to a promising start and is estimated to gather around $40 million over its four-day opening.
‘Furiosa' Shines on Rotten Tomatoes
Anya Taylor-Joy's ‘Furiosa' has made a grand entrance into the cinematic world. The Mad Max prequel achieved an astounding 96% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, the highest for any film in the franchise on its release. Directed by George Miller, famed for his execution of action films, ‘Furiosa' has triumphantly brought to life the backstory of one of Fury Road's most admired characters.
The spectacular rating serves as testament to the high quality of the film and reflects the successful venture into the life and origins of Furiosa, enacted by the talented Anya Taylor-Joy, in the post-apocalyptic universe.
Exploring Furiosa's Backstory
‘Furiosa' delves into the life of the character, initially portrayed by Charlize Theron in Fury Road, which garnered admiration from audiences worldwide in 2015. This exploration of her past, leading to the strong figure portrayed in Fury Road, has gained appreciation from both critics and audiences alike.
With exhilarating action scenes interspersed throughout the film, ‘Furiosa' lives up to, and even surpasses, the expectations set by its predecessor. Despite having fewer lines, Taylor-Joy delivers a knockout performance, bewitching the audience with her striking acting.
Comparison to Previous Mad Max Films
Although Fury Road enjoyed high critical appreciation, boasting 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, it falls behind Furiosa in terms of audience ratings. Previous Mad Max movies such as Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome and Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior have audience ratings of 49% and 86% respectively, while the original Mad Max stands at 70%.
Success at the Box Office
Box office predictions suggest an optimistic outcome for Furiosa. In comparison, Fury Road managed to accumulate $3.7 million in previews and debuted with $45.4 million, clinching the second spot for that weekend. Furiosa is anticipated to bring in around $40 million over its four-day opening weekend, according to Deadline.
While it is still early days, with these positive reviews and high expectations, Furiosa's future seems promising. For movie lovers, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is now available in theaters.
